2002 Lada 119 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 119. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 119 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Lada 119. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 119. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2002 Lada 119. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 119. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 119.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 119 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Lada | Citroen |
| Model | 119 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
